Definition of lose no time

lose no time

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phrase [V inflects, usu PHRin -ing]

If you say that someone loses no timein doing something, you are emphasizing that they act quickly in order to benefit from a situation. [emphasis] ⇒ Officials have lost no time in expressing their concern and grief over this incident. ⇒ Francine lost no time in defending herself.

Example sentences containing 'lose no time'

If Nicholas Ryan wanted to sell the house, Andrew thought, it would be to his advantage to lose no time in employing a gardener.Ferrars, Elizabeth THE OTHER DEVIL'S NAME`Surely they'll lose no time getting out of France - if they're still here.Hilton, John Buxton DISPLACED PERSON